"Munya is a friend...we have a lot in common as far as devolution is concerned and he has been frustrated in his efforts. In this regard, we will work closely with Munya if we get to head the national government," he said in front of thousands of Igembe North.

The backing of Raila comes as a surprise as Munya who refused to fold his party, PNU to join Jubilee remains a supporter of President Uhuru Kenyatta.